Ward 3 candidate John Mehrmann has withdrawn his candidacy for City Council, but his name will still appear on the Nov. 7 ballot.
Election 2023
Nurses union backs Pine Tree Power ballot measure
The Maine State Nurses Association lends its support to Question 3, saying it sees power reliability as a matter of public health.
Eryn Soule-Leclair announces bid for Lewiston City Council in Ward 5
Soule-Leclair believes that Lewiston must confront the homelessness crisis and addiction epidemic with both compassion and common sense.
Stefanie Mahr Damien running for Auburn City Council in Ward 5
Her focus will be on Lake Auburn, housing, recycling and protecting natural resources.
Jon Connor announces campaign for Lewiston mayor
“With a track record of service and a vision for progress, Connor is poised to lead Lewiston with integrity, drive, and a genuine understanding of its people,” a campaign announcement said.
Two Maine labor groups oppose public utility, citing change in worker rights
Union leadership fears that if Question 3 passes, it will change the status of workers from private to public, affecting their rights. Backers of the ballot measure say that won’t happen.
Mills urges voters to reject public utility takeover
The governor cited uncertainty about the long-term benefits of Pine Tree Power, and its initial cost.
Luke Jensen announces candidacy for Lewiston mayor
Jensen said he feels compelled to “push for the changes the community is demanding.”
Prices at smaller utilities work their way into debate over Maine’s energy future
Backers of Pine Tree Power tout lower rates at customer-owned utilities, but comparing those rates with investor-owned utilities is complicated.
Lewiston business owner seeks Ward 4 School Committee seat
Kevin Boilard believes committee members need to be collaborative, accountable, responsible and engaged.